Welcome to St Mary's Swim School
If you are unsure which stage your child should be placed in, please use our questionnaire to help guide you. Should you wish to speak with a member of our team about our swimming lessons, please contact reception on 01249 857335 or email us at
Course Hub - Available to swim School parents/guardians who's child/children are currently swimming with us.
To register for Course Hub click here or read our Course Hub Setup Guide, which can be found in the menu above. A copy is also available at Reception.
Terms & Conditions - Click here to read our current terms and conditions.
About our Swim School
We believe learning to swim is a necessary skill and rewarding experience. Our vision incorporates opportunities for your child to achieve lifesaving skills or progress to St Mary’s Development Squad which is the pinnacle of our Swim School programme.
Lessons begin with Duckling classes for parents and children from the age of 3. These are followed by our main Swim School stages 1 to 10 for ages 4+. All swim stages have low pupil to teacher ratios which are designed to enhance learning experience, with maximum class sizes of 8 students for Stages 1-10.
All children are required to have a short swimming assessment which is conducted by one of our qualified ASA Level 2 Swimming Teachers and are free of charge. Booking is flexible throughout the week and the assessment lasts approximately 15 minutes, after which we will be able to advise you on the appropriate stage for your child. Please contact us on
Stages Information
Ducklings: It’s never too soon to start! Our foundation programme encourages parents to share ‘confidence time’ in the water with their little ones. Suitable for children 3 years old. An enjoyable experience with a qualified teacher learning the basic motor skills and having lots of fun as they start their learn-to-swim journey in preparation to move onto the ASA stages.
Swim England Stages 1 - 10: These stages develop basic safety awareness and stroke technique incorporating all the disciplines of competitive swimming. For ages 4+ see your child progress in to a competent and confident swimmer which will lead to a habitual healthy lifestyle.
Junior Aqua Development: Aimed at developing the stamina, fitness and skills required to swim competitively. For those with Stage 10+. This session is no longer invitation only, however an assessment will need to be conducted prior to admittance to the Junior Development Squad.
Exclusion Dates 2025/2026
2025
OCTOBER
Wednesday 22nd • Thursday 23rd • Saturday 25th • Sunday 26th • Wednesday 29th • Thursday 30th
NOVEMBER
Saturday 1st • Sunday 2nd
DECEMBER
Wednesday 24th • Thursday 25th • Saturday 27th • Sunday 28th • Wednesday 31st
2026
JANUARY
Thursday 1st • Saturday 3rd • Sunday 4th
FEBRUARY
Wednesday 18th • Thursday 19th • Saturday 21st • Sunday 22nd
APRIL
Wednesday 1st • Thursday 2nd • Saturday 4th • Sunday 5th • Wednesday 8th • Thursday 9th • Saturday 11th • Sunday 12th
MAY
Wednesday 27th • Thursday 28th • Saturday 30th • Sunday 31st
JULY
Wednesday 22nd • Thursday 23rd • Saturday 25th • Sunday 26th • Wednesday 29th • Thursday 30th
AUGUST
Saturday 1st through to Sunday 30th
CANCELLATION POLICY - ONE TO ONE LESSONS
Demand is high for one to one private swimming lessons. Payment must be made in advance or at the time of booking. Cancellations must be made giving a minimum of 24 hours’ notice otherwise refunds/credits will not be given.
